Nursing Students “Level Up”
At Celebration Luncheon
Hartwick nursing students spend their days serving their patients – real and simulated – their professors and their classmates.
At the Leveling Up ceremony on Wednesday, April 26, their professors returned the favor.
“We’re not known for making tacos,” joked Kathleen Ash, clinical assistant professor of nursing and Chair of the nursing events and community committee, as students filled their plates with taco fixings and cupcakes. “But we are known for educating our students and preparing them to have high NCLEX pass rates the first time they take the test!”
The event, held in Shineman Chapel, was the first time nursing students and faculty could gather for the event since the COVID-19 pandemic. The last few events were held over Zoom.
“We want to celebrate the accomplishments of all our nursing students,” said Ash. “It’s not an easy major, and our nurses work so hard. We want to show them that we appreciate all they do.”
First and second-year nursing students were recognized, then third-year nursing students were brought to the front of the room and gifted tote bags.
“This is a token to remind you of all your achievements,” said Ash. “We hope you’ll carry it into your senior clinicals with pride.”
Juniors also got a chance to share their wisdom with the up-and-coming nurses, from taking advantage of tutoring to getting a good night’s sleep.
“Rely on each other,” said Sam Caceres ‘24. “Helping someone else isn’t going to hurt you.”
